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Waikiki Beach, Honolulu

3.8

#1 of 207 in Beaches in Hawaii

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Soak up Hawaii’s island charm while relaxing on the sandy shores of Waikiki Beach. Located on the south shore of Honolulu, the beach borders the well-known neighborhood of Waikiki, once a playground for Hawaiian royalty. Known for its pristine white sand, bathtub temperatures, and spectacular views of the Diamond Head tuff cone, the beach serves as a popular place for watersports and sunbathing year-round. Try your hand at riding the waves with a surf lesson, or take a stroll along the boardwalk, where you will find a variety of oceanside dining options and street vendors. Put Waikiki Beach into our Honolulu trip planner to see other points of interest to visit during your vacation in Honolulu.

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• By psudino

  Before we went to Hawaii people kept telling us that Waikiki Beach is a commercial man made beach and not really Hawaii. OK, that may be true, but the beach is gorgeous, watching the surfers each...  more »

• By dbauman9

  You’ve always heard about it, seen photos etc. and it’s just as splendid as you’d imagine, despite the crowds.  more »

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